Detroit Opera (formerly Michigan Opera Theatre), one of the nation's most vibrant nonprofit arts organizations, aspires to influence the future of opera and dance with a goal of invigorating audiences through new and re-imagined productions, relevant to current times. It is creating an ambitious standard for American opera and dance that emphasizes community, accessibility, artistic risk-taking, and collaboration. Founded in 1971 by the late Dr. David DiChiera, Detroit Opera is led by Wayne S. Brown, President and CEO; Yuval Sharon, Gary L. Wasserman Artistic Director; Christine Goerke, Associate Artistic Director; Roberto Kalb, Music Director; and Ethan Davidson, Board Chairman. For more information, visit www.detroitopera.org.